Northampton day care service for adults with disabilities receives £1,000 boost from housebuilder
“We are very grateful to Persimmon Homes for the £,1000 grant which will enable the purchase of resources to benefit our members in a therapeutic way” – Kate Yuill, service manager at Favell Day Services Northants
A Northampton day care service supporting adults with disabilities and neurological conditions has received a £1,000 donation to help purchase new therapeutic resources.
Favell Day Services Northants has been awarded the funding by Northampton-based Persimmon Homes Midlands, which will allow it to invest in equipment including robotic pets and a massage mat.
Established in 2013, the service provides day care for adults aged 18 and over at community venues across Northampton.
It offers activities including crafts and games, designed to help members build confidence, develop independence and make friends in an inclusive environment.
The donation was made through Persimmon Homes' Community Champions scheme, which supports charities and community organisations in areas where the housebuilder operates.
David Ablett, managing director at Persimmon Homes Midlands, visited the service at St Lukes Centre in Duston to present the cheque.
He was joined by Councillor Laura Couse, West Northamptonshire Council's cabinet member for adult care and public health.
Mr Ablett said: “Community Champions is our way of giving back to those who make a difference to where we are building. Favell Day Services plays a brilliant role in helping everyone access group activities and make friends and I’m delighted they reached out to us for support.”
Kate Yuill, service manager at Favell Day Services Northants, welcomed the funding, which will help improve the therapeutic support available to members.
Councillor Couse said: “It was encouraging to see first-hand the valuable support that Favell Day Services provides for adults with disabilities and neurological conditions across Northampton.
“I’m delighted that Persimmon Homes has chosen to support the service through this generous donation, which will help enhance the experience and wellbeing of its members.”
Persimmon Homes Midlands currently has housing developments at Dallington Grange in Northampton and in Towcester.
The Community Champions scheme provides financial support to local organisations working to make a difference in their communities.